How to Care for Your Feet

Foot Care Specialists

Leonardo Da Vinci described the foot as a masterpiece of engineering. Seventy-five percent of Americans will experience foot problems in their lives. Your feet, like other specialized structures, require specialized care. If you take good care of your feet, you will enjoy years of comfort.

Good foot care includes:

Yearly professional checkups

Checking for cracks, sores and painful reddened areas

Trimming toenails straight across (don’t cut into the corners)

Washing feet in warm water (not hot)

Drying feet well, especially between the toes (blot dry, do not rub)

Applying cream to your feet (avoiding between the toes)

Wearing comfortable well-fitting shoes and socks

Shopping for shoes later in the day since feet swell by then

Orthotic wearers should have them checked professionally every 6 months

Walking-it’s the best exercise for feet. Most Americans log 75,000 miles on their feet by the time they reach the age of 50